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The Essential Guide to Mold Making & Slip Casting

By: Andrew Martin

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The Essential Guide to Mold Making & Slip Casting

By: Andrew Martin

For potters, mold making is invaluable because it allows them to slip-cast identical multiples of their work-and this newly revised, now in color edition of Andrew Martin's classic is the definitive guide to the craft. No other volume has shown the processes in such how-to detail. It's overflowing with hundreds of photos, key techniques, projects, master artist profiles, and troubleshooting tips. A thorough introduction addresses materials and tools, and presents Martin's simple, unique template method for making clay prototypes. Create easy one-piece molds to make tiles, bowls, and platters, or multi-piece molds for more complex forms. An extensive overview covers slip formulation, while offering highly desired slip recipes for low-, mid-, and high-fire clay bodies. This will be the standard reference in every ceramist's library.

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1600590772

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Alumina Ceramics

Biomedical and Clinical Applications

By: Andrew J. Ruys

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Alumina Ceramics

Biomedical and Clinical Applications

By: Andrew J. Ruys

Alumina Ceramics: Biomedical and Clinical Applications examines the extraordinary material, Alumina, and its use in biomedicine and industry. Sections discuss the fundamentals of Alumina Ceramics, look at the various industrial applications, and examine a variety of medical applications. Readers will find this to be an invaluable and unique resource for researchers, clinical professionals, engineers, and advanced level students. Alumina ceramics are a leading biomaterial used for specialist medical applications, such as bionic implants and tissue engineering, and the only biomaterial commercially viable for use as bearings for orthopedic hip replacements. As such, this book is a timely resource on the topics discussed. - Provides a unique and thorough review of Alumina ceramics - Written by one of the world's leading experts in bioceramics and advanced industrial ceramics, especially alumina - Targeted to researchers in the materials, clinical and dental fields - Enables the non-expert with an overview of the underlying alumina technology, major challenges, major successes and future directions

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0081024436

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An Introduction to Rubber Technology

By: Andrew Ciesielski

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An Introduction to Rubber Technology

By: Andrew Ciesielski

Rapra Technology is the leading independent international organisation with over 80 years of experience providing technology, information and consultancy on all aspects of rubbers and plastics. The company has extensive processing, analytical and testing laboratory facilities and expertise, and produces a range of engineering and data management software products, and computerised knowledge-based systems. Rapra also publishes books, technical journals, reports, technological and business surveys, conference proceedings and trade directories. These publishing activities are supported by an Information Centre which maintains and develops the world's most comprehensive database of commercial and technical information on rubbers and plastics. Book jacket.

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1859571506

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Making Artisan Chocolates

By: Andrew Garrison Shotts

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Making Artisan Chocolates

By: Andrew Garrison Shotts

Forget milk chocolate molded into childish candy bars. Today's chocolate candies use chocolates with high cocoa content and less sugar then previously available and are molded into highly decorated pieces of art. Once only accessible to pastry chefs and candy makers, home cooks can now purchase high-end domestic and imported chocolates in their local specialty stores. The recent availability of bittersweet chocolates coupled with our access to a global food market and unique ingredients has created an increased interest in artisanal chocolates. Drew Shotts has been at the forefront of this renaissance because of his daring use of unique flavor combinations not typically associated with chocolates, such as chili peppers, maple syrup, and spiced chai tea. Making Artisan Chocolates shows readers how to recreate Drew's unexpected flavors at home through the use of herbs, flowers, chilies, spices, vegetables, fruits, dairies and liquors.

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Quarry Books

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The Masters of Medicine

Our Greatest Triumphs in the Race to Cure Humanity's Deadliest Diseases

By: Andrew Lam

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The Masters of Medicine

Our Greatest Triumphs in the Race to Cure Humanity's Deadliest Diseases

By: Andrew Lam

An in-depth look at the mavericks, moments, and mistakes that sparked the greatest medical discoveries in modern times—plus the cures that will help us live longer and healthier lives in this century . . . and beyond. Human history hinges on the battle to confront our most dangerous enemies—the half-dozen diseases responsible for killing almost all of mankind. And while the story of our triumphs over these afflictions reveals an inspiring tapestry of human achievement, the journey was far from smooth. In The Masters of Medicine, Dr. Andrew Lam distills the long arc of medical progress down to the crucial moments that were responsible for the world’s greatest medical miracles. Discover fascinating true stories of scientists and doctors throughout history, including: Rival surgeons who killed patient after patient in their race to operate on beating hearts—and put us on the path toward the heart transplant A quartet of Canadians whose miraculous discovery of insulin was marred by jealousy and resentment The doctors who discovered penicillin, but were robbed of the credit The feud between two Americans in the quest for the polio vaccine A New York surgeon whose “heretical” idea to cure patients by deliberately infecting them has now inspired our next-best hope to defeat cancer A Hungarian doctor who solved the greatest mystery of maternal deaths in childbirth, only to be ostracized for his discovery The Masters of Medicine is a fascinating chronicle of human courage, audacity, error, and luck. This riveting ode to mankind reveals why the past is prelude to the game-changing breakthroughs of tomorrow.

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Handbook of Polyethylene

Structures: Properties, and Applications

By: Andrew Peacock

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Handbook of Polyethylene

Structures: Properties, and Applications

By: Andrew Peacock

This text provides the basic history, molecular structure and intrinsic properties, practical applications and future developments of polyethylene production and marketing - including recycling systems and metallocene technology. It describes commercial processing techniques used to convert raw polyethylene to finished products, emphasizing special

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1482295466

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The Advanced Art of Baking and Pastry

By: R. Andrew Chlebana

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The Advanced Art of Baking and Pastry

By: R. Andrew Chlebana

The main goal of Advanced Baking and Pastry is to present the right balance of topics and depth of coverage, encompassing items produced in the bakeshop, including breads, Viennoiserie, creams, pies, tarts, cakes, and decorative work in a professional manner that is easily approachable for the advanced baking and pastry student and professional. This is accomplished by providing theoretical information along with tested recipes and detailed step-by-step procedures. This approach to learning builds the student’s confidence and skills, as well as an increased understanding of the material. In addition, a supplemental recipe database will provide students with a foundation of recipes and techniques that they can then apply throughout their career. Professionals will also benefit from the wide variety of recipes and the techniques presented.

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John Wiley & Sons

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1118485750

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Metal-Reinforced Ceramics

By: Andrew J. Ruys

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Metal-Reinforced Ceramics

By: Andrew J. Ruys

Metal-Reinforced Ceramics covers the principle of metal-fiber-reinforced ceramics, a well-known topic in the field of reinforced concrete. Much of the work that has been done has remained unpublished, hidden in industrial company archives due to the commercial sensitivity associated with the respective technologies that prevailed at the time, which no longer applies today. This book will discuss advanced technologies that have largely been undocumented before in a broad range of industrial application areas, with updates on alumina, silicon carbide, boron carbide, tungsten carbide, fused silica, and carbon-based ceramics which are hard, heat resistant, wear resistant, and chemically durable. - Provides detailed information on fundamental principles, advanced processing technologies and industrial applications - Features comprehensive industrial knowledge not usually in the public domain from the author's experience spanning more than three decades - Features armor ceramics, bioceramics, aerospace, mining and architectural ceramic applications

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0081028709

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Optical Fiber Fusion Splicing

By: Andrew D. Yablon

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Optical Fiber Fusion Splicing

By: Andrew D. Yablon

This book is an up-to-date treatment of optical fiber fusion splicing incorporating all the recent innovations in the field. It provides a toolbox of general strategies and specific techniques that the reader can apply when optimizing fusion splices between novel fibers. It specifically addresses considerations important for fusion splicing of contemporary specialty fibers including dispersion compensating fiber, erbium-doped gain fiber, polarization maintaining fiber, and microstructured fiber. Finally, it discusses the future of optical fiber fusion splicing including silica and non-silica based optical fibers as well as the trend toward increasing automation. Whilst serving as a self-contained reference work, abundant citations from the technical literature will enable readers to readily locate primary sources.

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Springer Science & Business Media

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3540231048

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A Revolution in Manufacturing

The SMED System

By: Andrew P. Dillon,Shigeo Shingo

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A Revolution in Manufacturing

The SMED System

By: Andrew P. Dillon,Shigeo Shingo

Written by the industrial engineer who developed SMED (single-minute exchange of die) for Toyota, A Revolution in Manufacturing provides a full overview of this powerful just in time production tool. It offers the most complete and detailed instructions available anywhere for transforming a manufacturing environment in ways that will speed up production and make small lot inventories feasible. The author delves into both the theory and practice of the SMED system, explaining fundamentals as well as techniques for applying SMED. The critically acclaimed text is supported with hundreds of illustrations and photographs, as well as twelve chapter-length case studies.

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0915299038

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An Introduction To Biocomposites

By: Seeram Ramakrishna,Zheng-ming Huang,Ganesh V Kumar,Joerg Mayer,Andrew William Batchelor

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An Introduction To Biocomposites

By: Seeram Ramakrishna,Zheng-ming Huang,Ganesh V Kumar,Joerg Mayer,Andrew William Batchelor

Many years of cumulative research has been conducted on the usage of fiber-reinforced composites for biomedical application, but no one source exists where this topic is dealt with systematically. This book addresses polymer composites applied to bioengineering in a comprehensive manner.For potential applications to be successful, full advantage must be taken of the materials properties and the manufacturing techniques to meet the needs of biomedical application. This book focuses on fiber-based composites applied to bioengineering. It addresses three main areas. First, it presents a comprehensive survey of biocomposites from the existing literature in various medical applications, paying particular attention to hard-tissue-related implants. Second, mechanical designs and manufacturing aspects of various fibrous polymer matrix composites are described. The third area concerns examples of the design and development of several medical devices and implants using polymer composites.

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World Scientific

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178326084X

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Repair of Polymer Composites

Methodology, Techniques, and Challenges

By: Andrew J. Jefferson,V. Arumugam,Hom Nath Dhakal

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Repair of Polymer Composites

Methodology, Techniques, and Challenges

By: Andrew J. Jefferson,V. Arumugam,Hom Nath Dhakal

Repair of Polymer Composites: Methodology, Techniques, and Challenges discusses fundamental issues related to the repair of composites and their suitability in various industrial sectors, such as aerospace, automotive, marine and construction, etc. The repair of composites is complex and requires a thorough understanding of the various types of damage mechanisms in order to apply the appropriate NDT techniques. This book explores these issues in significant detail and presents systematic procedures and methods, thus serving as a useful reference for both undergraduate and postgraduate students, academic researchers, engineers and other professionals who are interested in this exciting field of research. - Discusses fundamental issues related to the repair of composites and their suitability in various industrial sectors, including aerospace, automotive, marine and construction, etc. - Provides comprehensive coverage, from the fundamental aspects, to real applications - Serves as a useful reference for both undergraduate and postgraduate students, academic researchers, engineers and other professionals - Presents different types of repair techniques by correlating different parameters and challenges

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0081019092

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Empowering Your Health

Do You Want to Get Well?

By: Asa Andrew

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Empowering Your Health

Do You Want to Get Well?

By: Asa Andrew

Asa Andrew says there is only one step necessary to revitalize your life and regain your personal health: Change your health by changing your choices. Andrew has learned that most people "lifestyle themselves into sickness" and can, with determination, "lifestyle themselves back to health." Once readers make that choice-to be well-Andrew provides all the guidance they will need to completely change their lives for the better. Challenging, engaging, encouraging, and informative, Asa Andrew answers the hard questions and provides real solutions; addressing a wide variety of topics: digestion and proper food choices, how to avoid and rid the body of toxins, the dually important roles of rest and exercise, and the delicate balance of the endocrine system and how to improve and maintain it. Like Dave Ramsey's approach to getting out of debt, Asa Andrew is challenging people to take responsibility for their own health and giving them the tools to do just that.

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Thomas Nelson Inc

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1418566136

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Alienated

By: David O. Russell,Andrew Auseon

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Alienated

By: David O. Russell,Andrew Auseon

Aliens are among us, and eighth-graders Gene and Vince regularly report on their existence via the Globe, their weekly tabloid. Most readers don’t take the articles seriously, but when the pair outs the school guidance counselor as a closet alien, their story gets a lot of attention—of the wrong kind. Gene and Vince are suddenly at the center of an intergalactic conflict, one that could be the death of their friendship—and of the boys themselves. Ample humor and inventive storytelling make for a hilarious, surprising adventure that will keep readers glued to every page.

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The Hardware Hacker

Adventures in Making and Breaking Hardware

By: Andrew Bunnie Huang

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The Hardware Hacker

Adventures in Making and Breaking Hardware

By: Andrew Bunnie Huang

For over a decade, Andrew "bunnie" Huang, one of the world's most esteemed hackers, has shaped the fields of hacking and hardware, from his cult-classic book Hacking the Xbox to the open-source laptop Novena and his mentorship of various hardware startups and developers. In The Hardware Hacker, Huang shares his experiences in manufacturing and open hardware, creating an illuminating and compelling career retrospective. Huang’s journey starts with his first visit to the staggering electronics markets in Shenzhen, with booths overflowing with capacitors, memory chips, voltmeters, and possibility. He shares how he navigated the overwhelming world of Chinese factories to bring chumby, Novena, and Chibitronics to life, covering everything from creating a Bill of Materials to choosing the factory to best fit his needs. Through this collection of personal essays and interviews on topics ranging from the legality of reverse engineering to a comparison of intellectual property practices between China and the United States, bunnie weaves engineering, law, and society into the tapestry of open hardware. With highly detailed passages on the ins and outs of manufacturing and a comprehensive take on the issues associated with open source hardware, The Hardware Hacker is an invaluable resource for aspiring hackers and makers.

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1593278136

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Pure Ketchup

A History of America's National Condiment, with Recipes

By: Andrew F. Smith

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Pure Ketchup

A History of America's National Condiment, with Recipes

By: Andrew F. Smith

When Andrew F. Smith began researching the heritage of America's favorite condiment, he uncovered the makings of a great story: exotic and mysterious beginnings, unusual and colorful characters, evil adulterators and contaminators, strong-willed commercial competitors, high-minded government regulators, and, finally, a relentless quest for a global market. From his large store of historical ketchup recipes, Smith offers a representative sampling of the appetizing, the intriguing, and the outlandish. Reflecting the diversity of the condiment's myriad incarnations, the volume includes recipes for more than 110 ketchup varieties made from such unexpected ingredients as apricots, beer, celery, cucumbers, lemons, liver, raspberries, and rum.

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1570031398

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What's Living in Your Kitchen?

By: Andrew Solway

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What's Living in Your Kitchen?

By: Andrew Solway

Presents magnified photographs and information about some of the microscopic organisms that live in food and thrive in kitchen environments.

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Grokking Deep Learning

By: Andrew W. Trask

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Grokking Deep Learning

By: Andrew W. Trask

Summary Grokking Deep Learning teaches you to build deep learning neural networks from scratch! In his engaging style, seasoned deep learning expert Andrew Trask shows you the science under the hood, so you grok for yourself every detail of training neural networks. Purchase of the print book includes a free eBook in PDF, Kindle, and ePub formats from Manning Publications. About the Technology Deep learning, a branch of artificial intelligence, teaches computers to learn by using neural networks, technology inspired by the human brain. Online text translation, self-driving cars, personalized product recommendations, and virtual voice assistants are just a few of the exciting modern advancements possible thanks to deep learning. About the Book Grokking Deep Learning teaches you to build deep learning neural networks from scratch! In his engaging style, seasoned deep learning expert Andrew Trask shows you the science under the hood, so you grok for yourself every detail of training neural networks. Using only Python and its math-supporting library, NumPy, you'll train your own neural networks to see and understand images, translate text into different languages, and even write like Shakespeare! When you're done, you'll be fully prepared to move on to mastering deep learning frameworks. What's inside The science behind deep learning Building and training your own neural networks Privacy concepts, including federated learning Tips for continuing your pursuit of deep learning About the Reader For readers with high school-level math and intermediate programming skills. About the Author Andrew Trask is a PhD student at Oxford University and a research scientist at DeepMind. Previously, Andrew was a researcher and analytics product manager at Digital Reasoning, where he trained the world's largest artificial neural network and helped guide the analytics roadmap for the Synthesys cognitive computing platform. Table of Contents Introducing deep learning: why you should learn it Fundamental concepts: how do machines learn? Introduction to neural prediction: forward propagation Introduction to neural learning: gradient descent Learning multiple weights at a time: generalizing gradient descent Building your first deep neural network: introduction to backpropagation How to picture neural networks: in your head and on paper Learning signal and ignoring noise:introduction to regularization and batching Modeling probabilities and nonlinearities: activation functions Neural learning about edges and corners: intro to convolutional neural networks Neural networks that understand language: king - man + woman == ? Neural networks that write like Shakespeare: recurrent layers for variable-length data Introducing automatic optimization: let's build a deep learning framework Learning to write like Shakespeare: long short-term memory Deep learning on unseen data: introducing federated learning Where to go from here: a brief guide

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Making Healthy Places, Second Edition

Designing and Building for Well-Being, Equity, and Sustainability

By: Nisha Botchwey,Andrew L. Dannenberg,Howard Frumkin

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Making Healthy Places, Second Edition

Designing and Building for Well-Being, Equity, and Sustainability

By: Nisha Botchwey,Andrew L. Dannenberg,Howard Frumkin

The first edition of Making Healthy Places offered a visionary and thoroughly researched treatment of the connections between constructed environments and human health. Since its publication over 10 years ago, the field of healthy community design has evolved significantly to address major societal problems, including health disparities, obesity, and climate change. Most recently, the COVID-19 pandemic has upended how we live, work, learn, play, and travel. In Making Healthy Places, Second Edition: Designing and Building for Well-Being, Equity, and Sustainability, planning and public health experts Nisha D. Botchwey, Andrew L. Dannenberg, and Howard Frumkin bring together scholars and practitioners from across the globe in fields ranging from public health, planning, and urban design, to sustainability, social work, and public policy. This updated and expanded edition explains how to design and build places that are beneficial to the physical, mental, and emotional health of humans, while also considering the health of the planet. This edition expands the treatment of some topics that received less attention a decade ago, such as the relationship of the built environment to equity and health disparities, climate change, resilience, new technology developments, and the evolving impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Drawing on the latest research, Making Healthy Places, Second Edition imparts a wealth of practical information on the role of the built environment in advancing major societal goals, such as health and well-being, equity, sustainability, and resilience. This update of a classic is a must-read for students and practicing professionals in public health, planning, architecture, civil engineering, transportation, and related fields.

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The Queen of American Agriculture

A Biography of Virginia Claypool Meredith

By: Frederick Whitford,Andrew G. Martin,Phyllis Mattheis

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The Queen of American Agriculture

A Biography of Virginia Claypool Meredith

By: Frederick Whitford,Andrew G. Martin,Phyllis Mattheis

Virginia Claypool Meredith's role in directly managing the affairs of a large and prosperous farm in east-central Indiana opened doors that were often closed to women in late nineteenth century America. Her status allowed her to campaign for the education of women, in general, and rural women, in particular. While striving to change society's expectations for women, she also gave voice to the important role of women in the home. A lifetime of dedication made Virginia Meredith "the most remarkable woman in Indiana" and the "Queen of American Agriculture." Meredith was also an integral part of the history of Purdue University. She was the first woman appointed to serve on the university's board of trustees, had a residence hall named in her honor, and worked with her adopted daughter, Mary L. Matthews, in creating the School of Home Economics, the predecessor of today's College of Consumer and Family Sciences.

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1557539286

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Family Guide to Homeopathy

Symptoms and Natural Solutions

By: Andrew Lockie

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Family Guide to Homeopathy

Symptoms and Natural Solutions

By: Andrew Lockie

From first aid to preventive medicine, a comprehensive reference to health care for the entire family. Lockie presents a concise and enlightening explanation of how homeopathy works and shows readers how to incorporate its principles in their life-styles, diets, and exercise programs. 13 line drawings.

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0671767712

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The Good Listener

By: Andrew Black

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The Good Listener

By: Andrew Black

About the Book The Good Listener is a bold, new, fiction book about a plan among the animal leaders of the world, who meet at a barn in Los Angeles and develop a plan to end to the world-wide destruction and suffering caused by human beings: the animals have realized that the devastation is almost irreversible and that the animals have one last chance to stop the humans before a mass extinction of the animal kingdom begins. The animals agree to infect a young couple with a special seed obtained from the tar pits, secretly creating a hybrid-child, The Good Listener, a human baby with certain plant and animal characteristics which help the child communicate with every living thing on the earth. While The Good Listener has no eyes, ears, mouth, nor nostrils, it can breathe, see, and hear through its green skin, and is neither male nor female. Insects, birds and animals all come to see the wonderous child, while grasses, trees and plants bloom as the child walks past. The animals hope that The Good Listener will convince the people of the world that they must change their ways before the humans are left in a world with no plants or animals, but the government seizes the child for evaluation after it is seen in public. With The Good Listener’s help, the animals of the sea create a tsunami, attacking Los Angeles; and while the predators of the land attack humans in the city, the rest of the animals flee to the high mountains beginning a new life away from humans. At the same time, the plants release a new type of pollen, which is nutritious to birds and insects, but is flammable, and is also noxious and toxic to humans. To save themselves, the humans must develop a plan respecting, accommodating and incorporating all of the plants, insects, fish and animals of the world, or the humans will become extinct instead of the plants or the animals. The book is an adventure story comprised of numerous animals, several humans and the hybrid-child. The book contains a pre-quill embedded within the storyline, as well as an open-end, allowing a sequel. In addition, several of the animal characters have such unique personalities allowing the development of one or more independent prequel storylines. Alan, the king of the ants and Frank, the lord of the flies, are central figures in the book and likely deserve their own background stories. Finally, the main character, the hybrid-child, is unique and fascinating, creating a never-before seen opportunity to develop a multi-book line of sequels.

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Dorrance Publishing

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Cooking Slow

Recipes for Slowing Down and Cooking More

By: Andrew Schloss

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Cooking Slow

Recipes for Slowing Down and Cooking More

By: Andrew Schloss

The New York Times bestselling author of Mastering the Grill presents more than 80 delectable recipes that celebrate the art of slow cooking. This tantalizing book explores time-honored methods that yield tender, delicious meals with little hands-on cooking time. More than eighty recipes cover everything from slow-simmered soups and stews to hearty braised meats and a lemon cheesecake that cures to a creamy custard in a warm oven overnight. A chapter devoted to the sous vide technique will tempt the technophiles, while the slow-grilling section is a revelation for those who man the grill every weekend. Brought to life with thirty-six enticing photographs by award-winning photographer Alan Benson, Cooking Slow is a must-have for dedicated home cooks.

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Chronicle Books

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1452129533

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The First Jewish Revolt

Archaeology, History and Ideology

By: Andrea M. Berlin,J. Andrew Overman

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The First Jewish Revolt

Archaeology, History and Ideology

By: Andrea M. Berlin,J. Andrew Overman

The First Jewish Revolt against Rome is arguably the most decisive event in the history of Judaism and Christianity. The destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem in 70 CE by the Roman General Titus forced a transformation in structure and form for both of these fraternal religions. Yet despite its importance, little has been written on the First Revolt, its causes, implications and the facts surrounding it. In this volume, Andrea M. Berlin and J. Andrew Overman have gathered the foremost scholars on the period to discuss and debate this pivotal historical event. The contributions explore both Roman and Jewish perspectives on the Revolt, looking at its history and archaeology, and finally examining the ideology and interpretation of the revolt in subsequent history and myth.

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Routledge

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1134518323

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Kendig and Chernick's Disorders of the Respiratory Tract in Children E-Book

By: Robert W. Wilmott,Thomas F. Boat,Andrew Bush,Victor Chernick,Robin R Deterding,Felix Ratjen

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Kendig and Chernick's Disorders of the Respiratory Tract in Children E-Book

By: Robert W. Wilmott,Thomas F. Boat,Andrew Bush,Victor Chernick,Robin R Deterding,Felix Ratjen

Kendig, Chernick’s Disorders of the Respiratory Tract in Children is the definitive medical reference book to help you confront critical challenges using the latest knowledge and techniques. You’ll get the state-of-the-art answers you need to offer the best care to young patients. Tackle the toughest challenges and improve patient outcomes with coverage of all the common and rare respiratory problems found in newborns and children worldwide. Get a solid foundation of knowledge to better understand and treat your patients through coverage of the latest basic science and its relevance to clinical problems. Get comprehensive, authoritative coverage on today’s hot topics, such as interstitial lung disease, respiratory disorders in the newborn, congenital lung disease, swine flu, genetic testing for disease and the human genome, inflammatory cytokines in the lung, new radiologic techniques, diagnostic imaging of the respiratory tract, and pulmonary function tests. Learn from the experts with contributions from 100 world authorities in the fields of pediatrics, pulmonology, neurology, microbiology, cardiology, physiology, diagnostic imaging, anesthesiology, otolaryngology, allergy, and surgery.

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Elsevier Health Sciences

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1455740500

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Molecular Markers in Plant Genome Analysis

By: Andrew Kalinski

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Molecular Markers in Plant Genome Analysis

By: Andrew Kalinski

A compilation of 82 annotated bibliographies on Molecular Markers in Plant Genome Analysis. Sponsored by CRIS/ICAR.

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DIANE Publishing

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0788119885

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The Home Buyer's Advisor

A Handbook for First-Time Buyers and Second-Home Investors

By: Andrew James McLean

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The Home Buyer's Advisor

A Handbook for First-Time Buyers and Second-Home Investors

By: Andrew James McLean

The tax-smart guide for first-time buyers and second-home investors Whether you're a first-time home buyer or a seasoned investor, this practical guide covers everything you need to know to invest safely, confidently, and profitably in today's real estate market-while getting the most out of the latest tax laws. The Home Buyer's Advisor shows you precisely what to look for in a real estate investment, where to find the best buying opportunities, how to use proven holding strategies such as land-banking and lease options, and how to make your home a secure foundation for future real estate investments. Ideas for a secure retirement are also included. Packed with ideas, strategies, and real-world examples, Andrew McLean's Home Buyer's Advisor will show you how to: * Take advantage of a wide range of financing methods, such as originating new VA, FHA, and conventional loans; loan assumption; wrap-around loans; and other alternative financing methods * Hunt for bargain properties using the Internet * Profit from HUD and VA repossessions and bank foreclosures, and bid for property at special auctions * Use professional appraisal techniques to ensure you're getting the best value for your investment * Utilize smart investment strategies and holding techniques * Manage properties without all the hassles * Minimize, defer, and transfer more of your tax liability * And much more!

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John Wiley & Sons

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0471466417

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Secrets of the Cold War

Espionage and Intelligence Operations - From Both Sides of the Iron Curtain

By: Andrew Long

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Secrets of the Cold War

Espionage and Intelligence Operations - From Both Sides of the Iron Curtain

By: Andrew Long

The dramatic story of how the superpowers collected secrets and used intelligence to build an advantage during the Cold War, the longest and most dangerous confrontation of the twentieth century. The Cold War, which lasted from the end of the Second World War to the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991, was fought mostly in the shadows, with the superpowers maneuvering for strategic advantage in an anticipated global armed confrontation that thankfully never happened. How did the intelligence organizations of the major world powers go about their work? What advantages were they looking for? Did they succeed? By examining some of the famous, infamous, or lesser-known intelligence operations from both sides of the Iron Curtain, this book explains how the superpowers went about gathering intelligence on each other, examines the type of information they were looking for, what they did with it, and how it enabled them to stay one step ahead of the opposition. Possession of these secrets threatened a Third World War, but also helped keep the peace for more than four decades. With access to previously unreleased material, the author explores how the intelligence organizations, both civilian and military, took advantage of rapid developments in technology, and how they adapted to the changing threat. The book describes the epic scale of some of these operations, the surprising connections between them, and how they contributed to a complex multi-layered intelligence jigsaw which drove decision making at the highest level. On top of all the tradecraft, gadgets and ‘cloak and dagger’, the book also looks at the human side of espionage: their ideologies and motivations, the winners and losers, and the immense courage and frequent betrayal of those whose lives were touched by the Secrets of the Cold War.

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